Yoshimi Kato Aogami Super Kurouchi Damascus Petty 150mm Ébène
Please note
Each handle is unique and may feature distinct variations, such as different shades or colors in the buffalo horn, which is part of its authentic, handcrafted character.
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Description
Forgeron: Yoshimi Kato 越前打刃物
Zone de production: Echizen, Fukui/ Japon
Profil: Petty
Taille: 150 mm
Type d’acier: Acier Carbone
Acier: Aogami Super, Recouvert d’acier Inoxydable Souple
Poignée: Ébène et Corne de Buffle
Longueur totale: 283 mm
Longueur du bord: 150 mm
Longueur de la poignée à la pointe: 163 mm
Hauteur de la lame: 28 mm
Épaisseur: 1.9 mm
Longueur du manche: 120 mm
Poids: 98g
Orientation de la main: Ambidextre
Dureté: 63-64 HRC
Yoshimi Kato (alias Yoshimi Katou) est un forgeron renommé d’Echizen, dans la préfecture de Fukui, et de la 3e génération de Kato. Chef de Kato Uchihamono, anciennement Kintaro, M. Kato a fait son apprentissage sous la direction de son père – forgeron de 2ème génération – Hiroshi Kato pendant de nombreuses années avant de reprendre l’entreprise familiale. M. Kato est un maître du traitement thermique des aciers haut de gamme tels que SG2 et Aogami Super. Son Damas forgé à la main est fascinant et sa finition tsuchime est esthétiquement agréable. Les couteaux Kato ont la réputation d’être le meilleur exemple de l’artisanat Echizen.
Tips for best results
Make sure your knife will deliver its absolute best by having it professionally sharpened at least once a year. Please note that our meticulously handcrafted Japanese knives are – unless otherwise noted – carbon steel and not stainless steel. To prevent rust, make sure the blades are patted dry – especially when cutting acidic items. Never cut frozen foods, hard products, bone, or twist the blade when using. Never soak in water after use or put in the dishwasher. After use, store in a cool, dry place and avoid high temperature fluctuations.
Our commitment to you – our customers
Warranty
Every knife we carry has a lifetime warranty from manufacturing defects and errors. For example, if the handle becomes detached or cracks appear after a few weeks of proper use. Or if there are any blade cracks from the edge to the spine. While such defects are indeed rare, they can occur. In such cases, we will exchange the knife in question or give you a refund. Each warranty case is different depending on the criteria, and we reserve the right in each and every case to evaluate the applicability of our lifetime warranty in the event of any manufacturing defects and errors.
After-Sales service
Do you get the feeling that your knife just can’t “cut it”?
Each knife we carry is supplied with a so-called “factory edge”. Our chef knife range comprises more than 200 different products. While all our handcrafted Japanese knives ship with a “factory edge”, ultimate blade sharpness can vary. If you feel that your knife’s blade edge is not performing to its full potential, feel free to contact us and we will provide you with professional sharpening for free!
Oops! What about the truly Unthinkable?
Was it just through a slight slip of the hand that your knife accidentally fell on the floor and damaged its tip and blade, or it was used to cut a hard, frozen product and chipped? Don’t despair, get in touch with us and we will solve the problem through our in-house, professional sharpening and repair service.
Simply contact us or visit our store to get a free estimate.
